Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Who is Liable for a Crash Caused by a Motorist Who Was Driving a Borrowed Vehicle?
Lending a vehicle to a friend or loved one on a temporary basis isn’t unusual and in most cases, doesn’t cause a problem for either of the parties. Accidents do occur, however, wherein the person who causes the collision is driving a borrowed vehicle. This can add a layer of complexity to an already… Read More »
Liability for Car Accidents Involving Tourists
Florida has some of the busiest roads in the country. Although many of the drivers on these roads are residents, a large number are visitors and they are just at-risk, (if not more so due to the unfamiliarity with the roads), of being involved in a collision. Having to negotiate a settlement or otherwise… Read More »
Who Was At-Fault for My Car Accident?
Liability for a car accident, whether determined through an insurer’s claim process or through a personal injury suit, can only be established through proof of negligence. While establishing liability must be done on a case by case basis, there are certain types of accidents, in which one party is usually at fault. For example,… Read More »
Proving Constructive Knowledge in a Slip and Fall Case
Property owners are required to use a certain degree of care in ensuring that their premises are safe for visitors. When property owners fail to fulfill this responsibility, visitors who are injured as a result of that negligence could be entitled to compensation for their injuries by filing a premises liability claim. While many… Read More »
Most Common Florida Car Crash Injuries
In the same way that no two car crashes are identical, the injuries sustained in accidents can vary significantly and depend on a number of factors, including the type of collision in question, as well as the health of the parties involved. There are, however, a few kinds of injuries that do tend to… Read More »
Punitive Damages in Florida
Florida courts award two main types of damages in personal injury cases: compensatory damages and punitive damages. The former attempt to compensate injured parties for accident-related losses, such as medical bills, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The latter, on the other hand, are awarded in cases where a defendant exhibited a… Read More »
Tips for Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Filing a personal injury claim is typically a complex endeavor, as it requires compliance with a host of complicated legal rules and deadlines. Fortunately, there are a few things that plaintiffs can do to make the process a bit more manageable, so if you are thinking about filing a personal injury claim, you should… Read More »
Telemedicine and Liability for Medical Errors
Although the use of telemedicine as a way to diagnose and treat illnesses existed prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, its use as an alternative to visiting doctor’s offices or hospitals has skyrocketed in recent months. However, providing treatment in the absence of a healthcare professional’s physical presence does come with its own risks. Fortunately,… Read More »
Can Trucking Companies be Held Liable for their Negligent Hiring Practices?
When a motorist is involved in a typical car accident with a negligent driver, that driver can usually be held liable for the collision, as well as any resulting damages. Things are not quite as simple for motorists who are involved in accidents with negligent truck drivers, as the driver him or herself may… Read More »
Calculating Florida Car Accident Awards
Calculating potential compensation for accident-related injuries can be extremely challenging and requires the gathering of a significant amount of information and evidence. This can be difficult to achieve without legal assistance, so if you or a loved one were recently involved in a car crash and have questions about your possible recovery options, it… Read More »
